Cold Asparagus with Prosciutto and Lemon

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Cold Asparagus with Prosciutto and Lemon

Cold Asparagus with Prosciutto and Lemon
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    25 mins
  • SERVING
    5 People
  • VIEWS
    45

Elevate your next gathering with this refreshingly simple yet elegant appetizer. Tender asparagus spears, chilled to perfection, are paired with the salty bite of prosciutto and a bright, zesty lemon dressing. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser, even for those wary of asparagus!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    4 g
  • Cholesterol
    15 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    5 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    335 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. (2 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 4 mins Blanch the asparagus in the boiling water until tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes. Timing is crucial – you want it cooked but still firm.

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03 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Immediately drain the asparagus and plunge it into a bowl of ice water. This stops the cooking process and preserves the vibrant green color. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 2 mins Drain the asparagus thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels. Excess water will dilute the flavors. (2 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Divide the asparagus into 5 equal bundles.

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06 Step

Recipe View Carefully wrap each bundle with a slice of prosciutto, ensuring it's snug but not overly tight.

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07 Step

Recipe View Arrange the bundles on a serving platter.

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08 Step

Recipe View In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and lemon zest.

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09 Step

Recipe View Drizzle the lemon dressing evenly over the asparagus and prosciutto bundles. Serve immediately or chill for later.

For an extra touch of sophistication, try using white asparagus instead of green when in season.
A sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper adds a lovely contrast to the sweetness of the asparagus and the saltiness of the prosciutto.
If you don't have prosciutto, thinly sliced Serrano ham or speck can be used as a substitute.

Jackeline Weber

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 15 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)

  • Ada Altenwerth

    Feb 10, 2025

    Great recipe! I added a little shaved Parmesan cheese for an extra touch.

  • Dulce Franey

    Dec 30, 2024

    This was so easy to make and looked beautiful on the appetizer table! Everyone loved it.

  • Linnie Vandervortreinger

    Dec 23, 2024

    I usually hate asparagus, but the lemon and prosciutto really made it delicious. I will definitely make this again!

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